Lanarkshire Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom in May.

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Lanark East Kilbride Motherwell Biggar

Planning a journey to Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Lanarkshire in May

Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Lanarkshire generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Lanark.

For a closer look at conditions across Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cumbernauld with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Abington with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Lanark enjoys approximately 193 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Lanarkshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lanarkshire — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lanark)

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August18°C (64°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November9°C (48°F) December7°C (45°F)
Best Time to Visit Lanarkshire →

Best Places to Visit in Lanarkshire in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lanarkshire.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Lanarkshire

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Lanarkshire (May)

Precipitation variation in Lanarkshire (May)

Lanark

In May Lanark generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lanark →

East Kilbride

In May East Kilbride generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
188 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in East Kilbride →

Motherwell

In May Motherwell generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
188 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Motherwell →

Biggar

In May Biggar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Biggar →

Hamilton

In May Hamilton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
188 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Hamilton →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lanarkshire in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lanark 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
East Kilbride 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Motherwell 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Biggar 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Hamilton 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Airdrie 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Lanarkshire weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom in May?

May in Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Lanark, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom in May?

Lanark averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Lanark averages just 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Lanark is tolerable. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom is in May, June, July, August and September with generally tolerable weather in Lanark. The weather in January, February, March, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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